Up for auction is an authentic ancient Roman silver denarius struck under Emperor Titus (ruled AD 79–81). Graded and slabbed by NGC Ancients, this piece features the iconic Dolphin coiled around an Anchor reverse motif—the classic ancient emblem of Festina Lente ("Make haste slowly").
Issuer: Emperor Titus (AD 79–81)
Denomination: AR Denarius
Mint: Rome (Struck AD 80)
Attribution: RIC II.1 112 (or RSC 309)
Pedigree: SPQR Collection
NGC Certification: 8493799-005
Obverse: Laureate head of Titus facing right. Legend reads IMP TITVS CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM.
Reverse: Dolphin coiled around an upright anchor. Legend reads TR P IX IMP XV COS VIII P P.
NGC Grade: Fine (F)
NGC Surface Note: Reverse Scratch noted on slab holder label.
The coin exhibits clear central details with the iconic dolphin/anchor reverse motif well defined. Housed securely in its original tamper-evident NGC Ancients holder.
Ships securely packaged in bubble wrap and a sturdy box to ensure safe transit.
Combined shipping available for multiple auction wins.